Name: _____________________________.

Q1. Circle the independent clauses and underline the dependent clauses in each of the
following complex sentences.

1. We should wash our hands well after we use the toilet.

2. We should wash fruit and vegetables before we eat or cook them.
3. After we have dinner, we should brush our teeth.
4. Children should drink a glass of milk before they go to bed and sleep.
5. After we wash our hair, we should use a hairdryer to dry it.
6. Before you tell me anything, we should have a cup of tea.

Q2. Fill in the blanks with the conjunctions ‘before’ or ‘after’ to complete the sentences.
Add a comma in the correct place if necessary.

1. We should take some safety precautions before we climb up a ladder.

2. Before you let anyone in, you have to make sure they have a ticket.
3. After you had left the party, I felt bored and lonely.
4. Don't forget to take your umbrella before you go out.
5. You should make your bed after you get up in the morning.
6. After I had a bad car accident, I became a completely different person.
7. She should have a discussion with her son before she starts punishing him.
8. It takes a lot of practice before you finally do your job efficiently.

Teacher’s name: Ms. Nora Mashhour Academic Supervisor

Mrs. Nadia Ahmed